Dr Jacqui Kemmis-Riggs
BA (Hons), M Clin Psych, PhD
Jacqui is a Clinical Psychologist, Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor and Accredited EMDR Therapist. She holds a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a PhD from the University of Technology Sydney, which focused on complex trauma and attachment. Her warm and compassionate approach has been shaped by work in various settings, including hospitals, community clinics, university research, and private practice. This diverse experience enables her to effectively assess and tackle a range of psychological difficulties in both children and adults. Jacqui loves to incorporate creativity into her therapeutic practice, enriching the healing process with imaginative approaches.
Treatment Approaches
As a clinical psychologist, I see myself as a scientist-practitioner, which means I’m dedicated to using research-backed treatments that truly enhance well-being. I am trained and experienced in a variety of therapeutic approaches to ensure that each person receives the most suitable care for their unique needs, including:
Schema Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) - EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Attachment and family systems frameworks
Supervision
I am a board-approved supervisor with AHPRA, offering tailored clinical supervision for both fully registered and provisional psychologists, focusing on your unique needs as a therapist. Whether you require short-term guidance or a more extended supervisory relationship, I am committed to facilitating your growth and ensuring you feel supported in your practice. For more information about how we can work together, please feel free to reach out.
Qualifications
Bachelor Arts (Psychology), University of New England
Bachelor Arts (Honours) in Psychology, University of Sydney
Master of Clinical Psychology, University of Technology Sydney
PhD Clinical Psychology, University of Technology Sydney
Awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Scholar Award from the University of New England and recognised on the Dean’s Higher Degree Research List for outstanding PhD Thesis 2021
Professional Memberships
Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (MACPA)
Full Member of the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA)
Registration number with the national governing body (AHPRA) is PSY0001965880
Research and Teaching
I’ve always had a passion for learning, and some of my friends call me a nerd for it! I genuinely find joy in exploring topics, whether it's through reading, online research, or sharing ideas with others. Understanding human behavior and the reasons behind our actions fascinates me. Balancing my PhD studies while raising a family was challenging, but it taught me a lot about resilience and adaptability. My research on complex trauma and attachment inspired me to help others through the family-based program, Holding Hands Young Parents. This nurturing, trauma-informed initiative is designed for young parents and their toddlers navigating tough times, aiming to build stronger parent-child connections. Education is close to my heart, and I value the opportunity to teach at the University of Technology Sydney when time allows.